Laboratory Director - Senior Public Service Administrator

Civicworks; Illinois; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois State Police, Morton Forensic Science Laboratory, is seeking a Laboratory Director to lead case analysis operations, ensure quality assurance, and manage laboratory functions.

The role requires directing forensic casework, supervising personnel, and coordinating with law enforcement and state officials to meet program goals.

Qualifications

• Supervisory and leadership capabilities in a forensic setting.
• Experience overseeing laboratory operations and quality assurance.
• Knowledge of criminal laws related to forensic evidence and chain of custody.

Responsibilities

• Manage Morton Forensic Science Laboratory and oversee case analysis.
• Ensure quality assurance and compliance with program goals.
• Direct forensic casework and supervise staff, coordinating with law enforcement and state officials.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Laboratory operations management

Forensic case analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in forensic sciences or related field

College education + administrative experience

Job description

The Illinois State Police Division of Forensics Science seeks a Laboratory Director to manage the Morton Forensic Science Laboratory, overseeing case analysis, quality assurance, and laboratory operations. The position involves directing forensic casework, supervising subordinates, coordinating with law enforcement and state officials, and ensuring compliance with program goals and priorities.

Key qualifications:

• Four years of college education and four years of progressively responsible administrative experience
• Two years of professional supervisory work experience in a forensic science laboratory or law enforcement organization
• Bachelor's degree in biological, chemical, physical, natural or forensic sciences (preferred)
• Five or more years of professional forensic science work experience (preferred)
• Four or more years of supervisory forensic science work experience (preferred)
• Knowledge of state, federal, and local criminal laws relating to forensic evidence and chain-of-custody (preferred)